Description
Creamsicle Orange Cookies are a delightful treat that brings sunshine to your day. With a perfect balance of sweet orange flavor and creamy vanilla, each cookie is a soft, chewy delight reminiscent of childhood summers. Ideal for parties, picnics, or cozy afternoons with tea, these cookies will leave you smiling with every bite. Easy to make and bursting with citrus goodness, they’re sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in the orange zest and juice until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg